ALT Radio Times “Then and Now” graphic comparing scenes from Emmerdale. The top image shows six characters from the original series standing solemnly in a grassy field outside stone farm buildings, dressed in dark suits, coats and hats, with one man wearing a tan jacket. The bottom image shows two men from the modern series standing outdoors in the Yorkshire countryside, one wearing a black jacket and the other a blue fleece. The images are labelled “Then” and “Now” against a turquoise-to-lime green gradient background.

ALT In a scene from EastEnders, Alfie and Kat Moon embrace in a comforting manner outdoors. Text overlay reads, "COMMENT EastEnders' masterclass Kat and Alfie episode proves its classic characters are more vital than ever," with the Radio Times logo in the top left corner.

ALT Cindy and Rafael stand beside one another staring towards Max in a scene from EastEnders.

ALT In a scene from EastEnders, we see the Minute Mart convenience store scene with Denzel and Nugget behind the counter near a shelf stocked with cigarettes and various products. Yolande stands in front of the counter. The store walls are lined with shelves holding bottles and other items.

ALT In a scene from EastEnders, Oscar Branning is using a microphone while operating a bingo cage filled with colourful balls in a warmly lit room, The Queen Vic bar. There is a specials board partially reading "Pie and" in the background.

ALT In a scene from EastEnders, Kat and Alfie Moon and Mr Ounsworth stand in conversation beside a vehicle loaded with pipes. Alfie and Kat are on the left wearing dark jackets and looking towards Mr Ounsworth, who is gesturing with a phone. They appear to be discussing something serious.

ALT In a scene from Emmerdale, Belle and Kammy stand in Wishing Well Cottage, with a table set with breakfast items in the foreground. The scene includes a distinctive yellow Australian road sign and various decorative elements in the background.

ALT In a scene from Emmerdale, Joe and Gabby are standing in an open field under a partly cloudy sky. Joe is facing away, while Gabby, wearing a leather jacket, stands further back and is looking towards the first person. Trees are visible in the background.

ALT In a scene from Emmerdale, Sadie is intently looking at a smartphone. She has long, light hair and is standing in the Caleb Miligan International depot. The environment is modern, with a blurred sign in the background.

ALT In a scene from Emmerdale's Cafe Main Street, Kim sits in conversation with Lydia while DS Thea Ramsden, in the background, watches intently.

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Sarah stands in formal attire behind a glass window in a courtroom.

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Ross and Tyrone spar in the No. 9 living room, which is decorated with colourful wallpaper and framed photos. Both wear boxing gloves and athletic clothing. Furniture such as a sofa and a table with a patterned tablecloth are visible, and an open door reveals the hallway.

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Debbie and Ronnie sit in their colourful, eclectic room with ornate decor. Debbie leans affectionately over Ronnie, who is seated. In the foreground, there are mugs on a table. A vibrant portrait of Debbie adorns the wall, and a bowl of fruit is visible nearby.

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Bernie has a tearful expression on her face. She is wearing a green blouse and had her hair swept back off her face.

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Sarah Platt stands at a witness stand in a courtroom, wearing a checkered jacket. A "Quiet" sign is visible on the wall, and a book and microphone are on the stand.

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Leanne, Nick, Toyah and Idris are gathered in Roy's Rolls cafe. Leanne and Idris are seated at a table with plates of food, the latter reading a newspaper. Nick and Toyah are standing, engaged in conversation. The background features a counter area with mugs and a sign that says "HORN".

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Debbie Webster stands beside the check-in desk of the Chariot Square Hotel. There is a man stood behind the desk, which is adored with a bell, monitor and keyboard. There is a stairwell with a stained glass window. Debbie is wearing a colourful blouse and white leather jacket.

ALT In a scene from Coronation Street, Kit Green reclines in a hospital chair with an IV in their hand, talking to Bernie Winter-Alahan who is sitting nearby. Another patient rests in a chair in the background. Medical equipment is seen on the wall.

ALT Aaron and Robert engaged in conversation outside of The Hide Bistro in Emmerdale. Aaron is wearing a black top, while Robert is in a white t-shirt holding a helmet. There are kayaks and life jackets in the background.

ALT In a scene from Emmerdale, Joe Tate, dressed in formal attire stands in a well-appointed kitchen at Home Farm, engaged with an open briefcase on the counter. The kitchen is decorated with ornate cabinetry and contains various kitchenware. A mug is positioned nearby on the counter. In the foreground, a wooden table displays a fruit bowl.

ALT In a scene from Emmerdale, Vinny Dingle wears a black suit and glasses and stands in a courtroom, looking forward. Another individual, presumably the prison guard, is in the background near a wooden railing, with a few other people further back. The setting is formal and includes wooden paneling and large windows.

ALT In a scene from Emmerdale, Caleb and Sadie are sitting on a couch in a modern living room at The Mill, engaged in conversation. Caleb is wearing a black hoodie and jeans, while Sadie is in a light jumper and holding their knee. They are surrounded by decorative pillows, with a spiral staircase visible in the background.

ALT Mark, wearing a black vest, stands over Lauren, in a plaid shirt at the sink in the Beale residence in a scene from EastEnders.

ALT Gemma, wearing a blue shirt, kisses Ryder - who is wearing an orange t-shirt - on the cheek in a scene set in Harry's Barn in EastEnders.

ALT Craig, wearing a black polo shirt and beige chinos, thrusts a phone towards Amy, wearing a white tracksuit, in a scene from EastEnders.

ALT Phil, in his trademark black leather jacket, tries to wrestle a bottle of vodka from a teary Kat, who is wearing a burgundy blouse and black jacket in a scene from EastEnders.

ALT Olivia Frances Brown as Jodie Ramsey in Coronation Street against a blue background and wearing a green top with an unimpressed look on her face. The headline along the bottom reads: "NEWS Coronation Street's Jodie Ramsey star signs new one-year contract to keep playing villain"

ALT Maddy Hill smiles stepping out of a taxi as Nancy Carter in EastEnders.

ALT Adam Woodyatt as Ian Beale embraces Gillian Taylforth as Kathy Beale in EastEnders.

ALT Laura Doddington with her arm around Felix Uff as Ryder Hawkins in EastEnders.

ALT Jake Wood as Max Branning and Kellie Bright as Linda Carter cuddled up on the sofa in EastEnders.